# Wort vs LU

The clearest difference is ads: LU at none against Wort's shown. LU also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases). Wort's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 2 months). On price, review sentiment, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

Wort ships an update every 3 weeks, LU every 2 months. Both last shipped on September 9, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Wort | LU |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Positive reviews | 42.1% of reviews | **50.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | **Every 3 weeks** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 192 MB | 77 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.6 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Mediahuis Luxembourg S.A.](https://appshunter.io/developer/313634995) | [CTIE - Centre des technologies de l'information de l'Etat](https://appshunter.io/developer/445269399) |

## What reviewers say

### Wort

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wort/id313634992)

Access news from Luxembourg and the Greater Region directly from the newsroom. Discover multimedia content like visual and audio stories. Log in with your subscription for full premium access.

**Highlights:** News from Luxembourg and Greater Region, Latest articles, Multimedia content, Visual Stories, Audio Stories, Premium content access

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


### LU

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lu-alert/id6446636745)

Receive critical alerts from the Luxembourg government regarding emergencies and risks directly on your smartphone. Customize notifications based on risk types, proximity, or locations of interest. Access information on protective measures and emergency response plans.

**Highlights:** Emergency alerts, Risk notifications, Personalized alert settings, Information on protective measures, Emergency response plans, Public safety updates

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Wort free?

Wort is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is LU free?

LU is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Do Wort or LU have ads?

Wort shows ads; LU does not.

### Which is updated more often, Wort or LU?

Wort ships an update every 3 weeks, and LU every 2 months. Most recently, Wort was updated on September 9, 2026 and LU on September 9, 2026.

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